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Lotus by Serendib

3.0 star property
3-star guestrooms with free WiFi

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Outdoor pool
Lobby
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Exterior
A restaurant with checkered tablecloths, leather chairs, and numbered signs indicating table positions.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Glyn Jones Road, off Namiwawa Ave, Blantyre
  • Place, Mandala House
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, The Way of the Cross/ Njira ya Mtanda
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, St. Michael and All Angel's Church
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Blantyre (BLZ-Chileka Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room

  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Suite | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Suite

  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Blantyre

Near the airport.You'll find Mandala House and The Way of the Cross/ Njira ya Mtanda within 3 miles (5 km) of this hotel. St. Michael and All Angel's Church and CCAP Church are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Mandala House - 5 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • The Way of the Cross/ Njira ya Mtanda - 5 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • St. Michael and All Angel's Church - 6 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • CCAP Church - 6 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Carlsberg Brewery - 7 min drive - 3.3 miles

Getting around

  • Blantyre (BLZ-Chileka Intl.) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Elly B's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Chez Moya Restaurant- Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Superior Food Market - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hostaria - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Lotus by Serendib

3-star guestrooms with free WiFi
Lotus by Serendib offers its guests an outdoor pool and a steam room. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business center, 3 meeting rooms, and coworking spaces. Barbecue grills, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Lotus by Serendib. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Blantyre hotel.

  • 36 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference center
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Lotus by Serendib offers 36 accommodations with minibars and safes. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include showers, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.

This Blantyre hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Room service

More

  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

Property is also known as

Lotus Serendib Hotel Blantyre
Lotus Serendib Hotel
Lotus Serendib Blantyre
Lotus Serendib
Lotus by Serendib Hotel
Lotus by Serendib Blantyre
Lotus by Serendib Hotel Blantyre

Frequently asked questions

How close is Lotus by Serendib to the airport?

Lotus by Serendib is 9.4 mi (32-min drive) away from the Blantyre (BLZ-Chileka Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Lotus by Serendib?

As of Jul 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lotus by Serendib on Jul 6, 2026 start from $68, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Lotus by Serendib have an airport shuttle?

Lotus by Serendib offers an airport shuttle.

Does Lotus by Serendib offer free breakfast?

Lotus by Serendib does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Lotus by Serendib?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Lotus by Serendib?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Lotus by Serendib?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Lotus by Serendib have a pool?

Lotus by Serendib features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

Does Lotus by Serendib have a restaurant?

Lotus by Serendib is home to Cinnamon Grill & Bar, which features international cuisine.

Does Lotus by Serendib have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Lotus by Serendib to downtown Blantyre?

Lotus by Serendib is 1.9 mi away from Blantyre.

Lotus by Serendib Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Marko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Hotel was okay and the restaurant had good food, which was important since the pöace is remote.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
very complicated and frustrating internet Hot water non-existent
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JIgnesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

It's very nice place to stay

It's amazing. Rooms are large size and very comfertable to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the the room setup and the gardening around the property
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

mandy

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Hotel location and value

Hotel is located far from city center and in residential area. The beds are very hard and feels as it's the box spring without a mattress. The shower flow is very poor. The price was way too high for what was offered.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2019